Category: News
Covid-19: 689 New, 1604 Active, 6 In Hospital
The Ministry received 7,125 test results – spanning three days — and 689 were positive, so active cases have now increased to 1604, with 6 people in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 7,125 test results, and 689 were positive for the coronavirus. “These results are from... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Jan 10 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
2022 Restaurant Weeks To Start On Jan 13th
The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the launch of Bermuda Restaurant Weeks 2022, a four-week celebration of Bermuda food culture to run from January 13 to February 11, 2022. A spokesperson said, “In its eleventh year, the campaign continues to grow and evolve with this year’s focus on Restaurant Rockstars, the service providers, chefs,... Read more of this article
After School Programme ‘Resume Full Services’
The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation [DYSR] advised that the “After School Programmes and After School Clubs resume full services” today [Jan 10]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation is committed to providing the safest environment with programme workers participating in precautionary... Read more of this article
Video: BNV Interview With Premier David Burt
Premier David Burt will be joining Bernews at 4.00pm today [Jan 10] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, and if you have a question please feel free to leave a comment on our website or correlated social media posts [here and here] and we will try and ask it. The video will be live streamed below, as well as on Bernews YouTube,... Read more of this article
Genrui Antigen Test Removed From Approved List
The Bermuda Health Council advised that they have “removed the Genrui Antigen Test Kit from the approved list of Covid-19 antigen test kits until further notice.” A spokesperson said, “The Health Products Regulatory Authority [HPRA] has encouraged the public to remove the product due to hundreds of users complaints about false positive... Read more of this article
$91,382 Spent In EEZs During ‘Eat, Shop, Play’
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s [BEDC] third annual ‘Eat, Shop, Play’ initiative took place over the holiday season, with shoppers spending a total of $91,382 within the Somerset, Northeast Hamilton and St. George’s Economic Empowerment Zones [EEZ]. A spokesperson said, “Once again, for the third year, Ray Lambert,... Read more of this article
Video: Mike Sharpe’s Funeral Service
A funeral service for Mike Sharpe is being held today [Jan 10] at the National Sports Centre, with the veteran reporter and accomplished athlete being laid to rest. After his death, tributes poured out from across the island, with many noting his significant contributions to the world of sports and broadcast journalism. The Bermuda National Athletics... Read more of this article
LOM Financial Promote Makeba DeShields
LOM Financial Group announced that Makeba DeShields has been promoted to Senior Investment Advisor. The company said, “Makeba’s investment career spans over two decades of client relationship management, investment advisory, private banking and trade monitoring and execution. Prior to joining LOM in 2015, Makeba worked for Barrington Investments... Read more of this article
‘Pain Into Purpose’ Invites You To Wear Blue
People are being encouraged to wear blue this Friday [Jan 14] as part of the ‘Pain Into Purpose’ initiative launched after the death of 16-year-old Kijani Burgess in 2020, with the aim to “express your support for the families of road accident victims and to promote road safety and wellness awareness.” A spokesperson said, “PainIntoPurpose... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw local karting drivers compete in Florida, the Tennis MTM Championships, football games, and more, with the weekend a fairly quiet one activity wise as a number of events were cancelled due to Covid. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Ministry Update: Monday School Re-Openings Dr. Carika... Read more of this article
Ministry Update: Monday School Re-Openings
All preschools are open for all students, most primary schools will open, while CedarBridge and Berkeley will continue with remote learning, the Ministry advised this evening, with the Ministry adding that as some students need to test to return to school an “alternative plan is being developed” due to the “backlog of tests.” A... Read more of this article
